Which term defines an audience that has been forced to attend?

• A. Captive audience
• B. Clique
• C. Cognizant
• D. Commemorative speech

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is that the audience is required to be there, not choosing to attend voluntarily. A captive audience is defined as people who must listen to a speech or presentation because attendance is mandatory, like in a workplace briefing or a school assembly. Because they’re compelled to attend, the speaker’s job isn’t about convincing them to come, but about delivering the message effectively and keeping attention within the constraints of the situation.

The other terms don’t fit this scenario. A clique refers to a small, exclusive social group, not attendance. Cognizant means being aware or conscious, which also doesn’t describe attendance. A commemorative speech is a type of speech meant to honor or remember someone or something, not the nature of the audience.